Follow these steps for perfect results
Plain cooked rice
cooked
Toasted nori seaweed
toasted
Pink Decofuri rice seasoning
Ketchup
Color the rice for the pink panda using decofuri rice seasoning.
Cut the toasted nori seaweed to create the facial features and belts for the pandas.
Shape the pink rice into a barrel-shaped onigiri rice ball.
Shape the plain rice into a barrel-shaped onigiri rice ball.
Attach the nori seaweed facial features to the rice balls.
Apply a small dash of ketchup to the cheeks of the panda rice balls.
Serve immediately or pack in a bento box.
Expert advice for the best results
Use plastic wrap to help shape the rice balls.
Make sure rice is slightly cooled before shaping to prevent burning your hands.
Everything you need to know before you start
5 minutes
Can be made a few hours in advance.
Arrange on a plate with other bento items.
Serve with a side of edamame.
Include in a bento box with other small dishes.
Pairs well with Japanese cuisine
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Common in bento boxes and children's meals.
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